The Code prohibits political contributions by the company or in the name of Avon
Products, Inc., without the prior approval of our global government affairs office.
U.S. associates may make personal contributions to the Avon Fund for Responsible Government
Political Action Committee for the support of federal candidates for public office
in the United States.
It is important, however, for business leaders such as Avon to participate in the
political process by helping legislators understand the complex issues that affect
our business. Avon’s public policy participation includes areas such as labor laws,
tariff and tax regulations and product formulation regulation.
While Avon does not make direct political contributions, the company does pay dues
to trade associations, which provide information and assistance on issues of concern
to the company. Beginning in 2009 (for the calendar year 2008), Avon will report
on its website the recipients and portion of Avon dues used for political contributions
and expenditures by such trade associations that receive in excess of $100,000 from
Avon.